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Tierra Blanca, Mexico

Guanajuato · Mexico

Tierra Blanca is a small town in Guanajuato, Mexico with a population of 2,058. Elevation: 5,584 ft (1,702 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,058 Population 20/sq mi density
5,584 ft Elevation 1,702 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
20.5 in Annual Rain
America / Mexico City Timezone

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About Tierra Blanca

Tierra Blanca

Tierra Blanca is a city and municipality in northeastern Guanajuato, Mexico. Covering an area of 391.65 square kilometers, it shares borders with Santa Catarina to the north, the state of Querétaro to the south and east, San José Iturbide to the west, and Doctor Mora to the northwest. According to the 2005 census, the municipality had a population of 14,515. In pre-Hispanic times, the area now known as Tierra Blanca was primarily inhabited by the Chichimeca people.

People

Population2,058
Density20/mi²

Economy

Unemployment1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days351/yr
Elevation5,584 ft (1,702 m)
Population2,058
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation5,584 ft (1,702 m)
Coordinates21.1001°, -100.1593°
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Country🇲🇽 Mexico
State / ProvinceGuanajuato
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation20.5 inches (522 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tierra Blanca

Tierra Blanca is a small town in Mexico (Guanajuato) with a population of 2,058. The city sits at an elevation of 5,584 feet (1,702 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.5 inches. The timezone is America/Mexico_City.

The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 66 business establishments.

Income: Tierra Blanca vs Mexico

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Mexico avg
Establishments (County)66

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Tierra Blanca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 351 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,584 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above Mexico avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days351 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,584 ft (1,702 m)
Area102.9 sq mi (266.4 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates21.1001°N, 100.1593°W
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.5"
46% below Mexico avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.35"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 23, 2013.

Jan 15, 2007 San Luis Potosi-Queretaro-Guanajuato border region, Mexico M4.3 104 km
Apr 30, 2006 5 km SSE of San Diego de Alcalá, Mexico M4.2 142 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km NE of Purísima de Arista, Mexico M4.2 77 km
Mar 12, 2000 1 km SE of Teocalco, Mexico M4.1 147 km
Jul 25, 2002 13 km SW of Agua Zarca, Mexico M4.1 103 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km ESE of Santa Catarina, Mexico M4.1 98 km
Jan 16, 2007 1 km SSW of Lagunillas, Mexico M4.1 81 km
May 22, 2001 13 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.1 110 km
Jun 25, 2011 6 km N of Landa de Matamoros, Mexico M4.1 89 km
Jun 27, 2011 17 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 106 km
Jul 21, 2011 1 km SW of Tocoy, Mexico M4.0 145 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M4.0 130 km
Mar 26, 2011 15 km WSW of Tamápatz, Mexico M4.0 108 km
Jan 25, 2008 12 km ESE of Rayón, Mexico M4.0 102 km
Apr 17, 2010 5 km SSE of Pozuelos, Mexico M4.0 137 km
Oct 11, 1990 8 km NW of Pinal de Amoles, Mexico M4.0 50 km
Jul 4, 2005 1 km S of Pisaflores, Mexico M3.9 120 km
Mar 11, 1998 12 km E of Concá, Mexico M3.7 77 km
Jan 24, 2006 1 km ENE of Chilcuautla, Mexico M3.7 130 km
Jan 29, 1998 3 km ENE of Laguna de Vaquerías, Mexico M3.7 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Grace (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Grace Category 1 264 km
2000 Keith Category 1 287 km
1996 Dolly Category 1 261 km
1993 Gert Category 2 193 km
1990 Diana Category 1 287 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo (189 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo Caldera 3,500 m (11,483 ft) -3050 189 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 60°F (15°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
April 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
May 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in Wettest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.9 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.2 in

Tierra Blanca has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 53°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Tierra Blanca

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CECYTE Tierra Blanca
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Radio Stations near Tierra Blanca

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO LOBO 88.3 (San José Iturbide) - 88.3 FM - XHSJI-FM - Grupo Radar - San José Iturbide, Guanajuato 88.3 fm, américa AAC+ 48 kbps
RADAR 107.5 (Querétaro) - 107.5 FM - XHQRO-FM - Grupo Radar - Querétaro, Querétaro 107.5 fm, contemporary hits radio AAC+ 64 kbps
W RADIO 90.1 (San José Iturbide) - 90.1 FM - XHPSJI-FM - GlobalMedia - San Jose Iturbide, Guanajuato 90.1 fm, américa MP3 128 kbps
620 MP3

Libraries in Tierra Blanca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Tierra Blanca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Nuevo Mercado Municipal

Stadiums & Teams in Tierra Blanca

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Tierra Blanca

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Querétaro Intercontinental AirportQROLarge Airport
Captain Rogelio Castillo National AirportCYWMedium Airport
Aeródromo de San Miguel de AllendeSmall Airport
Aeródromo El JagueySmall Airport
Aeródromo La RocaSmall Airport
Cadereyta AirportSmall Airport
Isaac Castro Sahade AirportSmall Airport
Jalpan AirstripSmall Airport
La Begoña AirportSmall Airport
Quinta Palos AirportSmall Airport
Rancho El JaralitoSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tierra Blanca

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia de Santo Tomás Apóstol

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Mexico_City

🇲🇽 About Mexico

Capital Mexico City
Population 126,190,788
Area 1,972,550 km²
GDP (USD) $1,798,317,581,487
GDP per capita $13,861
HDI 0.781
Life expectancy 75.1 years
Internet users 81.2%
Urban population 79.5%
Currency MXN (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +52
TLD .mx
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Mexico

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Mar 16 Benito Juárez's birthday Natalicio de Benito Juárez
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
Sep 16 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Nov 16 Revolution Day Día de la Revolución
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tierra Blanca

What is the population of Tierra Blanca?

Tierra Blanca has a population of 2,058 residents and is located in Mexico. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 102.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tierra Blanca?

Tierra Blanca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 351 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches.

How is the job market in Tierra Blanca?

The job market in Tierra Blanca is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 66 business establishments in the area.

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